as he handed me the black Venetian style mask. The look of it thrilled me as I took in the beautiful crystal accents around the eyes. The firm mold of the mask was cool to the touch and the long satin ties that dangled fluttered with each movement. Eager to put it on me, Sir told me to close my eyes. He fastened the mask and secured the ties. Pausing briefly to look me over and give me a smile of approval, he said in a whisper...Let it commence...